Job Details

Energy Workforce Development Manager

Position Number: 6195529
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Adult and Continuing Education Programs

Energy Workforce Development Manager

Job Summary

The Energy Futures Research Engine and the Energy and Geoscience Institute at the University of Utah are seeking a program manager to lead energy training initiatives associated with multiple funded programs. The program manager will primarily lead workforce development initiatives associated with the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Solar for All Program, which has an overarching objective to deploy solar photovoltaic installations at the community and rooftop residential scale. The program manager will develop and implement training programs for rising energy engineers, technicians, installers, and other solar industry jobs. These training programs will be made available at multiple tiers in the education system including university, technical college, and potentially high school levels. The program manager will also develop a strategic plan for the workforce component of the Solar for All Program, and lead focus groups and convenings. Depending on qualifications, the program manager may directly contribute to the development of technical content, teaching, and hands-on training within this program. Alternative tasks may include planning, promoting, and administering outsourced technical training programs, such as those available from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP), or others.

In addition to the Solar for All program, the coordinator will help administer other programs at the University of Utah, including those sponsored by the EPA, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the State of Utah, and other agencies. The program manager will help market multiple technical assistance programs and conduct outreach to the community to raise awareness and ensure participation in these programs. They will manage various aspects of these projects, track performance, and ensure that contractual deliverables are being met.

Depending on qualifications and interest, the program manager may be asked to make technical contributions focused on energy and environmental analysis, evaluating the economics of potential projects, teaching technical, energy-related content, and leading hands-on training of a student energy workforce. The position is contingent on grant funding.

Responsibilities
Serve as the Workforce Development Project Lead for the State of Utah's Solar for All program
Create and execute a workforce development plan for solar energy deployment in Utah
Administer technical, energy-focused trainings for students at various grade levels from high school through university level
Administer programs funded from federal and state agencies including: tracking all project objectives, ensuring that deliverables are met in a timely manner, meeting all reporting requirements, etc.
Support outreach to prospective clients / users of technical assistance programs
Potentially teach technical content to students
Potentially lead energy analysis projects including onsite energy assessments
Contribute to ongoing grant and funding development on energy and sustainability-related programs

Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree or work experience equivalent in the fields of business, energy, engineering, or other STEM discipline is preferred.
Experience in the solar energy and/or energy efficiency fields is required.
Program / project management experience or credentials are desirable.
Energy efficiency and/or solar energy-related certifications such as those available from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) or the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) are desirable, but may be made available to the candidate after hiring.
Strong interpersonal communication skills including technical writing, small-team leadership, technical presentation, etc.
Ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals with a variety of backgrounds and expertise.

Preferences
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to analyze problems and identify creative, innovative, and analytical solutions

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN41559B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Schedule / In-Office Requirements: The position is somewhat flexible with options available for 30 hours / week up to full-time. Considerations may be made for well-qualified candidates desiring to work less than 30 hours / week. The office is generally open during normal business hours, Mon. - Fri. Occasional remote work is possible. The position may require infrequent work on weekends or after business hours. The position may require a willingness and ability to work flexibly and on short notice to meet tight grant deadlines.Some travel may be required including to trainings, site visits, and professional development and/or networking conferences.
Department: 00059 - Energy & Geoscience Institute
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 70000 to 90000
Close Date: 7/3/2025
Open Until Filled:

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